World Travel Updates

Welcome to Damai Lovina Villas

2019-03-02T06:34:00.000-08:00

Just a few hours from Bali airport. Light years away from the crowds. A retreat dedicated to the finer things in life. Beauty. Tranquility. And very good food. Welcome to Damai Lovina Villas. Bali's gourmet retreat. Eight luxury bungalows with a softly spoken elegance, and a restaurant well worth a journey.

8 private bungalows. Antiques. Fine woods. Meticulous craftsmanship. Beautiful textiles recreating ancient Indonesian patterns. Luxury whispered. Spacious open-air bathrooms. Some with a spa, some without. All the luxuries that matter. None that doesn't.
Organic produce from our own gardens. Spices from the field next door. Delicacies from around the world. Combining the best of European and Asian traditions, the cuisine at Damai has been celebrated in both cookbooks and magazine articles around the world. Even for our club sandwich, some say.
A soothing massage scented with our own traditional oils to relax your muscles from the journey. Or our flagship four-hand massage with two masseurs working in perfect unison.

Enjoy the full range of both traditional and innovative spa treatments either in the privacy of your own villa or at the pavilion overlooking the neighboring rice paddies.

Inspired by the abundance of natural beauty around the hotel properties on Bali has instituted an ambitious environmental program, from water treatment and conservation to 100% organic farming of produce for the restaurant.

Still waiting to be discovered, the unspoiled North offers a wealth of activities and attractions that will keep you busy for even lengthy stays.

Here you can catch a glimpse of Bali as it used to be - and no Balinese vacation would be entirely complete without experiencing some of the unique cultural and natural attractions that this region is so generously blessed with.
From the world-famous vistas of sacred lakes and lush mountains in the highlands, to well-kept secrets at the end of romantic jungle paths.

From the exhilarating rush of a traditional bull race to the quiet joy of a dance class for children in session.

And - much more than just the perfect starting point for exploring the region - the stretch of small fishing villages known as Lovina will charm you completely.

Have a Great time in Water bom Park Bali

2010-01-23T05:42:00.000-08:00

Just 5 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport in the best spot of Kuta is located the Waterbom Bali park, it's in easy distance from several shopping centers, nightlife entertainment, tourist attractions and hotels. Only 15 minutes from the main tourist destinations of Sanur, Nusa Dua, Seminyak, and Jimbaran.

It is set among 3.8 hectares of beautiful tropical gardens where one can feel a strong, beautiful Balinese atmosphere. A combination of unique traditional elements and sophisticated technology, used like an advanced salt chlorinating technique.

Water bomb Park is home to 15 world-class slides, from the super fast Smash down 25m, 70km/h, to the slowest and relaxing Lazy River. For Race, there are Boogie Ride and Jungle Ride. Other than that,t there are Raft River, Macaroni Tube, and Race Track. For children other 12 to be kept busy, there are Bombastic Aquatic Playground and Kiddy Park to keep the little ones busy.

The Park offers other than rides got international food court, Pump House Café, Wet Café & Bar, water and land sports, a gazebo, a merchandise shop, a digital photography service, a climbing wall, Euro bungy Trampoline, Soul Asylum Reflexology, and the Dome.

All in all, it's a must-visit place for people of all ages, especially tourists.

Traditional Galungan festival Bali

2010-01-23T05:39:00.000-08:00

Galungan Festival is a 10-day festival held throughout the island of Bali, celebrated every six months. The festival celebrates the Hindu gods and, most importantly, the triumph of good over evil. It is believed that during these 10 days, the Balinese gods descend to earth for the festivities;s other than that, the ancestral spirits also join the gods and descend to be part of the festivities. For this reason, lavish decorations are done throughout the island to honor their arrival.

On the right side entrance of every home is an enormous bamboo pole covered and beautifully decorated with woven young coconut leaves, cakes, fruits, and flowers. The last day of the festival is most important as it is the climax of the ten-day Galungan.

The day is spent in prayers and a special ritual ceremony held for the Balinese ancestors' spirits. Traditional dishes are prepared and offered to the gods at temples and shrines, and all the families come together to eat and celebrate, wearing traditional clothes and dress. If one is in Bali during the festival, they are in for an experience of a lifetime time witnessing all the events and being part of this spectacular festival.

“JAMAHAL Private Resort & Spa” A fine heaven for honeymooners

2009-09-18T07:51:00.000-07:00

A honeymoon is the traditional holiday taken by newlyweds (or between two people in an early harmonious period in a relationship) to celebrate their marriage in intimacy and seclusion. Today, honeymoons by Westerners are sometimes celebrated somewhere exotic or otherwise considered special and romantic. A honeymoon can also be the first moments a newlywed couple spends together, or the first holiday they spend together to celebrate their marriage. Planning a honeymoon is a great opportunity for the bride and groom to relax after the wedding. After getting married, most of the time the newlyweds plan to visit a place where they can have enough time to know each other’s likes, dislikes and have lots of fun.

” JAMAHAL Private Resort & Spa” is the ideal romantic and special place for honeymooners. The name JAMAHAL stands for a “precious time” and signifies a fine haven for couples and especially for honeymooners. environmentally friendly and using organic, natural resources for cuisine and spa.

located on the southern tip of Bali in the heart of Jimbaran, less than 400 meters away from the beach of Jimbaran Bay. Upgraded and reopened in March 2006, JAMAHAL has become one of the finest boutique & SPA resorts in Bali.

JAMAHAL’s unique size and the aim to offer an unforgettable and enjoyable stay, serving on a high standard with a smile, are the basis for a truly romantic hideaway in privacy.

HAYMAN Great Barrier Reef

2009-09-18T07:47:00.000-07:00

There are so many things to say about Hayman. Hayman Island Resort is a very privileged island situated half an hour from Cairns. The place is awesome. The resort is located on the southerly shore fronted by a sweeping sandy beach and surrounded by 34 acres of lush tropical gardens. Beyond the beach lies an 800-meter-wide sand flat with fringing coral reef that is exposed at low tide, revealing interesting coral formations and an array of marine life.

The Hayman Experience =The Hayman experience is like no other. Australia’s most awarded five-star resort takes guests into an exclusive realm of luxury, relaxation, indulgent dining, leisurely activity, reef adventure, and breathtaking scenery. The Hayman experience begins before you arrive and will linger long after you leave.

Accommodation =Hayman offers elegant resort living in 212 beautifully appointed rooms, suites, penthouses, and a beach villa situated within Retreat, Pool, Lagoon, and Beachfront Wings. Designed to take advantage of the magnificent resort surrounds, all Hayman accommodation features private terraces or balconies. All guests in Hayman suites will be accorded the personal concierge service. Beach Villa and penthouse guests will receive full butler service.

Dining =A selection of sumptuous dining awaits guests on Hayman. Select from one of our superb restaurants or bars, enjoy a Hayman’s Signature Experience, The Chef’s Table, or soak up the relaxed ambience in a unique outdoor island or setting in the nearby reef surrounds.

Leisure & Activities =Hayman invites guests to enjoy a wonderful array of resort and Great Barrier Reef leisure pursuits and activities – whether it be for relaxation, rejuvenation, indulgence or adventure.

SPA =Hayman is the setting for the health and spa experience, Spa Hayman. This acclaimed spa, which has been accredited as a Leading Spa, offers Hayman guests an exclusive array of magnificent treatments and a selection of personally tailored beauty and wellness programs designed to restore and rejuvenate. Enjoy a Hayman Signature Experience, the Ocean Massage.

Weddings & Celebrations = With its spectacular island and Whitsunday vistas, luxurious resort atmosphere and superb reef location, Hayman is the perfect setting for a wedding in paradise, a renewal of vows and a celebration of a special anniversary, or a reward for an individual or team on a great achievement.

Business Events = Award-winning Hayman is the ideal setting for world-class business events. Hayman’s unique resort ambience and inspiring tropical surrounds provide the perfect backdrop for small or large meetings, incentives, and special events, and individual reward programs.

Damai eco-role-model for the region’s resorts

2009-09-18T07:42:00.000-07:00

Damai in Lovina, North Bali, has for years been implementing and improving an ambitious environmental programme covering waste treatment, water- and energy conservation, and a detailed manual for organic resort operation. Now the leading resort of North Bali has been chosen to be a role model for other hotels and resorts of the region, and also serves as a field laboratory for new concepts in sustainable resort operation. The regional government in Singaraja has just launched a wide-reaching programme for making the North Bali tourism even greener, and Damai is put forth as the example for other resorts on the island.

”The things we do at Damai are fairly low-tech and can easily be adapted by both a family-run losmen and a 50-room hotel. There is no hocus pocus, and the equipment used is mostly locally made, not imported from Basel or Toronto,” says Rory McTiernan, who is the head of Damai’s environmental programme. McTiernan has a university degree in agriculture and has for decades also been working as an environmental consultant for various industries across the Indonesian archipelago.

”Many of the practices are not only more cost-effective, but often simple and easy to implement, such as sorting the garbage and ensuring proper disposal of waste, although we sometimes need to find alternate ways of recycling the materials, since no institutions exist up here. With the plastic water bottles, for instance, we have put up an open container by the main road where we just put all of them in, and during the day they simply get picked up by locals who need them for something in their business or in the household.”

’As opposed to the southern part of the island, tourism has not yet had any harmful impact on the environment up here. North Bali is still untouched, and it is a wise and commendable initiative launched by the local government to keep it that way. We are proud to be chosen as the model resort, and happy that we are allowed to share our experiences to keep Bali green.

”Your mandi is ready, Madam”

2009-09-18T07:36:00.000-07:00

Bali is to spa what Paris is to fashion. The serene tropical island is like a trend lab for spa therapies, and the luxurious boutique hotels are at constant work to design new inventive treatments to bring you bodily bliss as well as perfecting the traditional Asian techniques to restore balance in your body’s energies. To spoil yourself with the latest bid for the ultimate in pampering, you should travel to the Damai on the island’s pristine North Coast and ask your villa butler for a ’mandi’.

Mandi is the Indonesian word for bath. In Damai’s version, it is a treatment bath, performed in the luxurious space of your own villa bathroom by one or two of the resort’s experienced therapists. The treatments themselves are centered around the Javanese mandi lulur, the traditional flower bath that is both romantic and utterly enjoyable, combined with massages, body scrubs, aromatherapy, beauty treatments, and manicures. Perhaps combined with servings of champagne, fruits, and teas.

The treatments are created by Made and Sally Wijaya, the husband and wife team who lead the Damai Spa.

Five Star farming:Damai opens own organic farm

2009-09-18T07:34:00.000-07:00

Damai in North Bali has long been knicknamed ’Bali’s gourmet retreat’, and the small luxurious resort’s foodie followers have grown to appreciate the organic delicacies being served by the resort’s inspired chefs. For years most of the herbs and vegetables used in the kitchen have been grown in the resort’s own ecological market garden, and diners could gather their appetite on an afternoon stroll through the exotic gardens, while inspecting the ingredients for tonight’s upcoming feast. Now, the resort wil not only grow its own ingredients, but also breed them.

”We really wanted to be even more in control of the quality of the ingredients used in our kitchen,” says the resort’s owner, Nils Normann. ”Especially with selected cuts and varieties of meat, such as pig, rabbit, and duck, we wished to be in full control of all parts of the process before we served it on our tables.”

Which is why the resort’s residents is no longer restricted to the human species, but number both free range pigs, rabbits, pigeons and ducks, as well as more exotic livestock such as frogs and snails (used in the resort’s ominous-sounding but delicious snail soup), and fresh water lobsters, bred in large basins at the bottom of the neighboring valley. All operations are 100% organic.

”We also started this to introduce a more environmentally sustainable operation. All the meat we used before was normally flown in from far-away places to get the best quality, but now we just have to cross the road, and most of the kitchen waste is now used on the farm. Even some of the snails we breed over here are used as food for the lobsters,” says Nils Normann. ”The farm is still new, but soon we will be able to serve our very own bacon, which we will produce in collaboration with an Australian butcher in South Bali. It’s going to be delicious. The only meat where I dont expect a huge difference in quality is with the chicken. The traditional Balinese kampung chickens are all free range and absolutely delicious.”

World Top 5 Over-Water Luxury Bungalow Destinations

2009-08-19T03:25:00.002-07:00

If you like the thought of one of the long, lazy luxury vacation packages at some of the world’s most pristine tropical playgrounds, wouldn’t it be even better if you could continue being surrounded by crystal clear water even while you are relaxing in your hotel room? In an over-water bungalow, you can do just that.

Imagine complementing your holiday with the sensational experience of staying in an over-water bungalow, where you can look through the glass bottom floor to watch the colorful reef fish and sting rays playing below you. Many of the over-water bungalow resorts also offer delicious canoe breakfasts, where your fresh gourmet breakfast will be delivered directly to your villa by a friendly local in a canoe. Wild Swimming

Here are our picks of the top five over-water bungalow destinations:

1. Tahiti

One of the most exotic and romantic parts of the dazzling South Pacific would surely have to be Tahiti. Over-water bungalows originated in Tahiti and the surrounding islands back in the 1960s, so it’s no surprise that the majority of luxury Tahiti resorts have over-water bungalows available.
The Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and Spa is truly decadent, complete with a satellite and plasma TV, air-conditioning, and a private security safe. Of course, it also has exquisite views! If you like to pamper yourself with champagne and bubble baths, you will love the divine bathrooms in the over-water bungalows at the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalasso Spa. Of course, this comes complete with glass floors and even clear coffee tables so they don’t obstruct your view.

2. Maldives

The ever-glorious Maldives are perfect at any time of the year, and the best way to make the most of your luxury Maldives holiday is by staying at one of the many over-water bungalows – or water villas – on offer here. At the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island resort, you can not only enjoy your over-water villa, but you can also dine in the unique underwater restaurant, Ithaa.
Cocoa Island Resort is 30 minutes from the airport by speedboat and is well worth the trip. Owned by the COMO Hotels and Resorts group, it has the same elegance that is typical of these resorts. Nearby Kandooma Channel has been referred to as one of the Maldives’ best dive sites, with excellent snorkeling spots nearby too.
Other resorts where you can treat yourself to a stay in an over-water bungalow in the Maldives include the Four Seasons Kuda Huraa Resort, Baros Resort, and One and Only Kanuhura.

3. Mauritius

Mauritius is another tropical paradise located off the African coast, in the southwest of the Indian Ocean. This island has a more cosmopolitan atmosphere and is somewhere you can blend relaxing days on the beach with vibrant water activities, great shopping, fine dining, and exciting nightlife. The only Mauritius resort offering over-water bungalows is Le Prince Maurice, where you can also enjoy glass-bottomed boat tours, water sports, and use of the resort’s two golf courses, located nearby on the mainland. Sheltered from winds, this private sanctuary provides many secluded retreats as well as a natural fish reserve.

4. Caribbean

If you want to enjoy a luxury Caribbean holiday, there is only one resort that offers over-water bungalows, and that is the 9 Beaches Resort in Bermuda. Choose from one of 84 stylish cabanas, all located over 18 acres of exquisite private waterfront. You can spend your days participating in all manner of water sports and activities, or simply put your feet up and sip ice-cold cocktails and daiquiris while lazing on the soft, sandy beach. Or from the veranda of your private over-water cabana. Read More About World's Top 5 Over-Water Luxury Bungalow Destinations

WHERE TO GO AND WHEN TO GO

2009-08-19T02:16:00.000-07:00

Traveling is everyone's requirement, and traveling outside the country is almost everyone's dream. Some are very conscious of the natural beauty, and some are looking for luxuries. Some want relaxation and some want fun and entertainment, but one thing that may effect while selecting the destination and time to go there. Today I decided to post something that will help you, and you will get the most out of your trip. “Where to go and when to go” reflects the theme of this post, that where to go and when to go (Most favorable and most lovely weather and environment). In this post, you have some of the world's best destinations and their best time to go, or you can say peak season.

Cyprus: Spring or Autumn

Dubai: Late Autumn to early Spring

Maldives: Year-round

Mauritius: Anytime!

Morocco: March/May and Sept/October

Indonesia Bali: November to April

Seychelles: Year-round

South Africa: November to April

Sri Lanka November to April

Thailand: November to April

Turkey: Spring and Autumn

A successful last week International Conference and Festival on North Bali Culture

2009-08-10T10:46:00.000-07:00

The International Conference and Festival on North Bali Culture was opened on Thursday at Lovina by the Culture and Tourism Ministry’s director for overseas marketing, I Gde Pitana.

The four-day gathering of local and international scholars will discuss the cultural heritage of the region, featuring diverse sessions, from ancient literature to contemporary trends in IT.

Pitana said that since ancient times, the region and its residents had always possessed a fascinating level of cultural openness.

“The people of Buleleng can absorb foreign influences into their own culture. This cultural openness has given birth to a rich and varied cultural heritage,” he said. - JP

Hotels and Villas Special Recommendation In Bali

2009-08-02T04:57:00.000-07:00

Bali is a great & beautiful place for your leisure with the widest variety of destinations bali travel, hotels, resorts, villas, private villas, sightseeing tours, adventures, spa treatments, hotel packages, villas packages, and tour packages for anyone visiting Bali Island.

Alang Alang Villa is located at the fashionable village of Batu Belig, 5 minutes by car to the beach and Seminyak dining area, like Laluciola Restaurant, Kudeta Restaurant, Warisan Restaurant, and Ultimo, where guests discover the art of Balinese living.

Surrounded by a real green tropical atmosphere, facing the breathtaking Uma Alas village, where the privacy setting is exclusive and prestigious. Located near the festive glamour of Kuta, the body beauty treatment center highlights all the exotic tourist attractions.

Adapted from the Balinese native village life story, where the majority of Balinese families lived in a family compound with separate bedrooms, a living room, dining room, and kitchen area with a thatched roof. D’Alang – Alang Villas are designed with full personal service and private facilities.

The distinguished private palace to hide out in the restful surroundings, where the fanciful natural beauty of sights and sounds are harmoniously blended with genuine personal services, in the renewed images of ultimate exuberance, private villas.

Natura Resort and Spa is located 3 km northeast of the center of Ubud, the artistic and cultural center of Bali, in the traditional Balinese Village of Laplapan, seemingly untouched by the hands of time. Here Natura has been conceived, a new concept in environmentally aware guest accommodation.

Natura Resort and Spa is one of the best resort villas in Ubud, with very friendly staff who will serve you during your holiday in Bali. Just stay with us for your holiday villas and get more value in your Bali holiday.

Natura’s design plan was to enhance the beauty of the existing site, with environmental impact being a serious consideration. The preservation of existing vegetation and the protection of the river and wildlife were paramount in the design of the fourteen luxury villas.

Natura Resort & Spa allows guests to see and experience firsthand the unique religious lifestyle of the Balinese people. An ancient island culture vibrating with the spirit of the past. Stroll through the seemingly endless rice terraces almost on your doorstep. Relax in the riverside Spa, exploring the traditional beauty and healing rituals of Bali. Go for a mountain bike ride, or visit some of the many historical and religious sites within easy touring distance. If your need is to simply get away and relax, Natura has you in mind. The ultimate in luxury, why not pamper yourself or your loved ones at the Nature Spa, set on the Petanu river. Select from our extensive menu of Herbal wraps, Body treatments, and Massages, or ask about our “Couple body treatments” in a beautiful flower bath.

Damai Lovina Resort located in the hills overlooking Lovina Bay, Damai Lovina Villas are surrounded by rice paddies and jungle-clad ravines.

The resort, located 4 kilometers from the Lovina center, just a few hours from Bali airport, has breathtaking views of Bali’s North coast. This beautiful retreat features luxurious

bungalows decked out in stunning Indonesian style, complete with four-poster beds, lounge area, CD player, TV with DVD player, mini bar, hair dryer, bath robe, and slippers. The superior room category features a roofed shower area, and the deluxe category is equipped with spacious open-air bathrooms with a jacuzzi. The facilities available include a swimming pool, a small library, a spa pavilion, and the hotel temple.

Guests can enjoy delicious meals made from organic produce straight from the resort’s own gardens.

Alila Ubud Bali Hotel, Ubud, is a tranquil and secluded hillside retreat that sits high up on the edge of a rich green river valley in Bali’s central foothills. The resort is located just minutes from Ubud, the island’s cultural heart.

Blending contemporary design and traditional Balinese architecture, the secluded courtyards, spacious terraces, and private gardens create an intimate feel. Alila Ubud rooms offer stunning views across sculpted rice terraces and the meandering River Ayung below.

The 54 Deluxe Rooms are housed in eight two-storey blocks designed to resemble a Balinese village. All rooms have panoramic views of the surrounding valley and mountain range. The ground floor rooms feature individual garden terraces and a back courtyard with an open-air bathroom and shower. The first-floor rooms feature a private balcony and unobstructed views. There are four superb Balinese valley suites offering a spacious walk-around deck. They are perched out over the valley, affording spectacular views of the Ayung River valley below.

Alila Ubud Hotel has relaxing private spa pavilions, open to the tropical mountain air, that offer soothing natural treatments. The library provides a place of reflection, and the boutique a place to admire the island art.

Top 10 Best food markets of the world

2009-08-02T04:20:00.000-07:00

Yes, food is a basic need, without it you can not survive, but some are very selective in food, for example, what to eat from where to eat, or something like that. Some people enjoy their travel only because of food and some travel only for food. Today I am posting here the top 10 food markets of the world.

Spice Market, Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey is famous for its spicy tongue, and that holds true mainly for this spot in the country where you get a world of spices from saffron, apple tea, cardamom, cinnamon, sumac, and cumin. A visit to Turkey will remain absolutely incomplete without going for a stroll at the Spice Market.

Donguwa Bazaar, Kashgar, Xinjiang, China

A wondrous visit to Xinjiang will introduce you to the world of nuts and dry fruits heaped at the Donguwa Bazaar. The bazaar has worldwide fame for the marvelous marketing of nuts, dry fruits and spices that are considered one of the best in their quality and form. The much-popular milky ice drink is a hot favorite for all who visit the bazaar in great anticipation.

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

New Orleans is known for its rich variety of food and eateries. The well-adorned city smells of food. Every corner of the city is buzzing with food hubs that serve rich delicacies to the hungry guests. Preparations in catfish, jambalaya, gumbo and such alike constitute the hot cuisine of the city.

Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech, Morocco

One of the most amazing places on earth, the Djemaa el-Fna features an open-air food market that takes place after dusk. Several stalls are set up in the area that offer a variety of seafood, meats and all sorts of barbecuing items displayed in abundance for all attention. The pleasure delicacy of the open-air stalls forms the real attraction of the city.

Oaxaca, Mexico

Without much saying, the Mexican delicacies are famous worldwide for their awesome preparations of fried grasshoppers and toasted worms. There are others in the row, of course. Most specifically, the chocolate of Oaxaca is a real treat to the tickling taste buds of all individuals. This happens to be our favorite city in Mexico

Newtown, Sydney, Australia

Located in the Bohemian suburb, Newtown is renowned for its rows of bars and restaurants to hang out in complete luxury and comfort. Starting from the exclusive Thai dishes and Indian delicacies, you are offered a plethora of other cuisines, including Maltese, Nepalese, and Japanese varieties.

Chatuchak Market - Bangkok, Thailand

This is an extraordinary market offering everything from exotic foods, spices, clothing, animals, and antiques. Its size is enormous. You could spend an entire week walking the aisles and never see everything.

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market – San Francisco, USA

They always offer an outstanding selection of organic fruits and vegetables. Many of the top chefs in the Bay Area usually can be seen there frequently, making their daily selections. They might even let you in on some of the secret cooking tips if you’re lucky. Ask, for you have nothing to lose.

Mercado De La Merced – Mexico City, Mexico

Upon entering this market, you can see the colors of the rainbow because of the spectacular assortment of fruits and vegetables. One unique feature of this market is that they have assembled most of the foods of Mexico. As you walk the aisles, you will definitely feel the energy of the people engaging with one another, especially in their smiles.

English Market – Cork, Ireland

This 400-year-old market provides all the great things Ireland can offer, plus an exciting blend of foods from around the world. The vendors always make you feel welcome with their warm hospitality.

Why the Bali beaches are special?

2009-06-03T04:58:00.000-07:00

With an eagerness to find out why Bali is popular for its beaches, I found a Bali guide from Hillmannwonders that depicts a few reasons for its popularity.

As it quotes”
Bali has many long, palm-fringed, white-sand beaches kissed by clear, warm tropical waters. There are beaches for every taste. Some are packed with sunbathers and lined with convenient shops, eateries, bars, and other tourist facilities. Others are populated with big-wave-seeking surfers. Still others are serenely off the beaten path and shared by few people.

Best known beaches

West Coast - They face the warm Indian Ocean waters and are admirably oriented for sunset watching.

Jimbaran Beach - Lovely location. Favorite of sunbathers seeking a long, quiet, scenic tropical beach. Never a blanket of people, even during peak season. Luxury resort hotels fronting the beach are discreetly semi-hidden from view.

Kuta Beach - Deservingly praised for its length and white sands, though the beach in front of Kuta’s main tourist facilities can become packed.

Legian Beach - Adjacent and similar to Kuta Beach, though not quite as busy and commercialized.

East Coast - These lie along the body of water between Bali and Lombok Island.

Nusa Dua Beach is populated with many international-style five-star resort hotels. It can occasionally become moderately crowded.

Sanur Beach - Once Bali’s most popular beach. Still pleasant, though waves in recent decades have eroded some sand.

Candi Dasa Beach - Half as busy and developed as Sanur and Nusa Dua’s beaches, but has in recent decades suffered even more sand erosion than Sanur Beach.

North Coast - Lovina is the most tourist-visited destination on Bali’s north coast. It is known for its “black sand” beaches (”gray” would be more accurate).

Positive - The Lovina area is less developed and commercialized than tourism centers like Kuta.

Negative - The beaches are hardly tropical paradises. They experience the sometimes hot and humid tropical Bali Sea climate. “Lovina” is a collective name for a string of seaside villages.

Bali – A Traveler’s Ultimate Destiny

2009-06-03T04:52:00.000-07:00

Bali’s natural attractions include miles of sandy beaches (many are well-known amongst surfers), picturesque rice terraces, towering active volcanoes over 3,000 meters (10,000 ft.) high, fast-flowing rivers, deep ravines, pristine crater lakes, sacred caves, and lush tropical forests full of exotic wildlife.

The island’s rich cultural heritage is visible everywhere – in over 20,000 temples and palaces, in many colorful festivals and ceremonies (including tooth filings and cremations), in drama, music, and dance.

You can experience Bali on many different excursions and guided tours by coach, private car or “Big Bike”, by boat or by air plane: seeing Bali’s beaches and rice terraces, the famous Besakih Temple on the slopes of holy Mount Agung, Lake Batur and it’s active volcano, Ubud, Legian, Kuta, Nusa Dua, and the temples of Tanah Lot and Ulu Watu from a helicopter is a really special experience. For helicopter tours and private charters (3 to 6 passengers), please contact the Balivillas.com Service Center at 703-060 as soon as you arrive.

Most full-day tours by car (about 8 to 10 hours, min 2 persons) cost about US$45 to US$50 per person, half-day tours US$30 to US$35. These prices include a multi-lingual guide and transport in an air-conditioned private car, all entrance fees, but no meals. Which guide and driver you choose can make or break your day: be warned that those who offer very low prices tend to waste your time by showing you hardly any more than those shops which pay them a commission on your purchases.

If you are a traveler, if you love romantic ambiance, and you want to enjoy your vacations in the best resorts in BALI, do visit BALI…

Bali Once Again Wins The Best Island Of Asia Pacific Award

2009-06-03T04:44:00.001-07:00

Bali once again wins the award of Best Island in the Asia Pacific region 2009 by a distinguished travel magazine. Antara has reported.

“Bali has been honored as The Best Island in Asia Pacific 2009 by DestinAsian Magazine in Hong Kong,” Culture and Tourism Ministry’s director for promotion facilities, Esthy Reko Astuty, said Thursday.

She said Bali won the honor through a poll in DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards in a survey that sought readers’ opinions on their favorite destinations, hotels, and airlines in the Asia-Pacific region, and announced every February.

“Bali has been chosen four times consecutively as the Best Island in Asia Pacific by DestinAsia Magazine since 2006,” she said.

According to Bali Tourism Office records, Bali has garnered at least 25 awards from various international magazines and countries since 1998. Most of the awards were given to Bali for its unique destination and natural beauty found nowhere else in the world.

Enjoy Your Vacation In Bali With Your Love One

2009-06-03T04:42:00.000-07:00

If you wanna enjoy your vacation, then move to Bali, one of the amazing places in the world and one of the most attractive places in Asia. First, you need to make sure that you are ready for the trip and you have time for your family. There are many things that you can do when you are on vacation, and having time for your family is just great. The best place in Bali can make you feel great all over. There, you can stay at the sweet place of Bali, and the Bali Dream Villas are here for you. The Villas are luxurious enough for everybody, and you can stay there and enjoy many outstanding facilities which make your trip beautiful just like Antiques. Fine woods. Meticulous craftsmanship. Beautiful textiles recreating ancient Indonesian patterns. Luxury whispered. Spacious open-air bathrooms. Some with a spa, some without. All the luxuries that matter. You can take this relaxation over and over again, and the island of Bali is all that you need. The best villas can ensure your privacy is assured, and you can just take this journey around the place.

Bali has some lovely seaside beaches full of entertainment and fun, where you can swim, you can play, and have a party or anything else that you want. One of the good and most things is sunset on Bali beaches is really a romantic one, which makes your trip awesome…..I think now it's time to try the vacation in Bali and make your life beautiful with your family, with your loved one, or with your friends …………………. Not a Big Deal when you have a lot of fun and stuff…